Fernando Pamplona's sudden departure from the samba school 'Salgueiro' in 1974 prompts his assistant Joaosinho Trinta to take on the daunting task of preparing the school for the carnival in a record timeframe, following the loss of his mentor and friend.
Trinta
Pioneering classical dancer Joãozinho Trinta revolutionized Rio's Carnival in the 1970s and '80s with his innovative style, marked by extravagant costumes and elaborate decor.